Chardonnay 'Jalé' Cusumano

Sicilia DOC • Sicily • Cusumano
Category
White Wines
Winery
Cusumano
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Sicilia DOC
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in barrique of 225 litres controlled temperature
Aging
6 months in barrique of 225 l and 6 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Chardonnay 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Sicilia DOC captures the distinctive personality of Sicily terroir. With 13.5% alcohol, it strikes a confident balance between body and freshness. Crafted from Chardonnay 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It presents bright acidity with fresh mineral notes and excellent varietal expression. The fruit is sourced from vineyards piana degli Albanesi, at 700-800 metres above sea level on clayey soils with South exposure. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in barrique of 225 litres controlled temperature. The wine is aged 6 months in barrique of 225 l and 6 months in bottle. A wine reflecting the mineral intensity of Sicily's volcanic soils.

Food Pairings

Grilled vegetables with olive oil
Shellfish and crustaceans
Mediterranean salads
Seafood risotto
Fresh seafood and fish
Fresh mozzarella and light cheeses

About Sicily Wine Region

Volcanic soils around Mount Etna impart a distinctive mineral character found across many Sicilian wines.

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